One neat part about being a teacher that I didn’t expect is seeing all of the healthy snacks and lunches which fuel my students daily. Honestly, sometimes the thoughtfully-crafted salads and well-balanced snack lunches of nuts, fruit, veggies, cheeses, home-baked…
When winter blankets the ground with snow, I begin to think of our feathered and furry friends. I’m always amazed at the amount of animal tracks my kids will find the day after a snow storm! From deer to rabbits,…
There’s nothing quite like the simple joy of baking with fresh-picked fruit, and this Blueberry Peach Cake is a celebration of summer at its sweetest. Bursting with the flavor of sun-ripened peaches and juicy blueberries—both of which we grow here…
Summer is an explosion of vibrant, flavorful produce, and Weaver’s Orchard is no exception. Just stepping into our fruit room, you are greeted by the sweet farmstand scents and rich colors of ripe berries and stone fruit alongside beautiful arrays…
Spring always feels like the perfect season to try something new, and I’ve been bringing that spirit of freshness into my kitchen lately. While blueberries aren’t usually my go-to fruit, I challenged myself to find a creative and delicious way…
What is America’s favorite summer dessert if not rich, creamy, homemade ice cream? Historians trace the origin of ice cream (in one form or another) back to the second century B.C. Then, pioneers brought this refreshing treat from Europe to…
The first fruit picking of the year has just arrived: strawberries! These ruby heralds of early summer (yes, summer!) are such delights – bright, juicy and packed with amazing flavor – a sure favorite for just about everyone. Our PYO…
“Don’t play with your food!” Let’s face it, we’ve all heard, have had said to us, or have said this phrase ourselves to the miniature humans who depend on us. One day I was wondering where this phrase came from,…
The Christmas spirit is in the air and the festivities are about to begin. From church services, caroling and socials to Christmas brunch and dinner themselves, there are so many opportunities to share our blessings and bounties with those around…
Pizza night is a favorite in my house, and I’m always changing the toppings based on what I can use up in our fridge. This week, I had a bowl of locally harvested blackberries so I decided to experiment. I…